Gov’t Releases ‘New’ Rules on Royal Motorcade
BANGKOK — The government on Sunday unveiled a new guideline designed to lessen traffic congestion when members of the Royal Family travel in the cities.
Hundreds Stage ‘Run Against Dictatorship’ Outside Bangkok
BANGKOK — Inspired by “Run Against Dictatorship” run in Bangkok, over 2,000 people organize local versions of the event in their own provinces outside the capital Sunday morning.
At Pro-Gov’t Walk, Supporters Rally Behind Their Embattled ‘Uncle’
BANGKOK — Several thousands walked and beat fruit piñatas in a Sunday morning rally to show support for PM Prayuth Chan-ocha, coming hot on the heels of a rival anti-government event that drew far more participants.
10,000 Ran Against Prayuth in Bangkok, But What’s Next?
BANGKOK — As many as 10,000 people joined an anti-government running event early Sunday morning in Bangkok in what appeared to be the largest political rally since the military seized power in 2014.
Police Hunt For Suspect Who Killed 3 in Lopburi Gold Heist
LOPBURI — Police on Friday were authorized to use deadly force on a man who shot dead three people, including a 2-year-old bystander, during a goldsmith robbery last night.
Opposition MPs Want Don to Resign Over False US-Iran Tip-Off
BANGKOK — Foreign Affairs Minister Don Pamudwinai was grilled in Parliament on Thursday by opposition MPs for having falsely claimed Thailand was informed in advance before the US assassinated a top Iranian general in Iraq.
Review: Healthy Cafeteria Food, Free Wellness Activities at Suan Phlu Park
BANGKOK — Just a road off one the Sathorn financial district is a park with a health-conscious cafeteria, a library of wellness books, and regular free workshops.
‘Run Against Dictatorship’ Forced to Cancel in Two Provinces
BANGKOK — At least two anti-government running events were forced to cancel by the police as of Wednesday.
MFA Retracts Claim of US Warning Thailand on Iraq Airstrike
BANGKOK — The foreign affairs ministry on Tuesday night retracted the claim made by minister Don Pramudwinai that Thailand was informed of the drone strike which killed Iranian top military commander before it was carried out.
Drone Strike on Soleimani Renews Debate on Conscription
BANGKOK — Fresh standoff between the U.S. and Iran already caused a minor conflict in Thailand, where both pro- and anti-military figures are debating whether the country’s current defense dogmas are out of touch with the world.
